Enjoy hearty Southern dishes like biscuits, omelets, and grits, all made from scratch with fresh ingredients.
Indulge in weekend favorites including chicken waffles, skillets, and unique creations like the Biscuit Crumble.
Cater to dietary needs with a selection of gluten-free menu items, ensuring everyone can savor our flavors.
Choose from convenient takeout or a relaxed dine-in experience in our cozy, family-friendly restaurant setting.
Perfect for gatherings, we offer ample seating and a menu that delights groups and special occasions.
This was my 1st time eating here. I ordered the Shrimp N Grits w/the fried egg. It was very good & the portion was plentiful. The atmosphere was very nice & the service was great. Our food was prepared in a timely manner. There was a little wait time for a table, but not bad at all. I would definitely recommend this spot. They also had gluten-free options which was a plus for me.
I've been here twice now since moving to the area. First time, I had the Mother of all Biscuits Dirty Bird style. Highly recommended!! This time, I tried the breakfast skillet and the wife had the Biscuit Crumble. Both, also recommended. Overall, the service was great. I took off one star for that only because it took a little bit before I got a refill of coffee.
Food was delicious 😋 We ordered a ham and cheese omelet and the cerole omelet. I really enjoyed the cerole. I could live without the tomato sauce on top but it still went together well. Their honey is delicious. My only con is forcing you to tip their preset amount. We tried to go again with other family but the wait was 2 hours.
Divine! Sierra was the best server I have ever had. She was so sweet and knowledgeable about the menu options. Just a delight to be around , truly! We loved our experience , everything we ordered was pure perfection! The country ham biscuit, creole omelet , and chicken waffles … they slap! No lie You should go here, if for nothing more than a scratch biscuit with homemade jam…. It’s speaks to me!
Second visit - as always consistency is the problem. Last time I had eggs Benedict and though the biscuits weee tough it was good. Today is was a short stack and two eggs over medium. Pancakes were good but the eggs were horrible. So to this point when will restaurants learn to train and give power to the wait/servers to be able to judge the food they are delivering and return it to the kitchen when it does not meet quality standards. One assumes that any and all restaurants ought to have a standard of food quality which is a wide range of variables but it ought to at least look good to start. I will say that the waitress Kianni I guess was her name was very nice very attentive which was great. But the eggs turned me off on the whole breakfast. I believe the eggs were cooked on or near a grill that they tried cleaning with a wet rag. Full of burnt off grill scraps and water. Which you could see it in the photo but it actually had dirty water running off the eggs. On top of that they were cooked on too hot of surface which made the outside crispy and the inside whites runny. Ewww! Yuk! And finally stop adding a 18% gratuity! I suggest all to call them out on this and not pay it! Pay what is right and not an extra 18% into management!

Where Southern comfort meets morning perfection in every scratch-made bite.
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Big Bad Breakfast - East Memphis is a beloved local restaurant serving up hearty, Southern-inspired breakfast and brunch classics in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Known for our scratch-made biscuits, creative omelets, and generous portions, we cater to families, foodies, and anyone craving a delicious start to their day. With gluten-free options and standout dishes like Shrimp N Grits and the Mother of all Biscuits, we bring a touch of Memphis flair to every meal. Our friendly service and cozy setting make it the go-to spot for a memorable dining experience.
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